Benzoin

A white crystalline compound prepared by condensation of benzaldehyde in potassium cyanide and used in organic syntheses. This should not be confused with benzoin gum from STYRAX.

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Tree Number(s): D02.522.120.100

MeSH Unique ID: D001573

Registry Number: L7J6A1NE81

Entry Terms:

• 2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethanone
• 2 hydroxy 1,2 diphenylethanone

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Ketones
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Benzoin